Summer Mentor – Upward Bound (Hourly)

Austin Community College•Austin, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Summer Mentor serves as a "near-peer" role model, tutor, and advisor. This position requires a unique blend of academic coaching and personal mentorship. Mentors are responsible for facilitating a supportive environment, implementing academic success strategies, and guiding students through the complexities of the college admissions and financial aid landscapes.

Requirements

Must be a currently enrolled college student or a recent college graduate.
Must have completed a minimum of 24 college credit hours.
Cumulative GPA of at least 2.75.
Demonstrated personal experience in overcoming barriers similar to those confronting the target population (e.g., first-generation status, low-income background).

Nice To Haves

Strong working knowledge of the FAFSA and the college admissions cycle.
Previous experience with federal TRIO programs (Upward Bound, Talent Search, etc.).
Familiarity with college placement exam processes and academic interventions.
Strong interpersonal and public speaking skills.

Responsibilities

Implement specific strategies to improve student academic performance in core subjects.
Provide small-group tutoring and assist faculty with classroom management during the Summer Institute.
Assist students with the FAFSA/TASFA application process, scholarship searches, and college admissions applications.
Provide insight into the college placement exam process (TSI, SAT, ACT).
Share personal experiences in overcoming educational and socioeconomic barriers to provide authentic, relatable guidance to participants.
Maintain a safe environment during academic hours, workshops, cultural field trips, and residential activities.
Maintain accurate records of student participation, attendance, and progress to ensure alignment with federal grant objectives and outcome metrics.